Italian Meatballs - cooking recipe

Ingredients

basic meatball mixture
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning, divided
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
14 1/2 oz. stewed tomatoes with celery, onion and green pepper
6 oz. tomato paste
1/4 c. water
1/4 tsp. sugar
2 c. spaghetti, cooked
2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese, grated

Preparation

Combine ingredients of basic meatball mixture with garlic and 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape beef mixture into 12 meatballs.
Brown meatballs in hot oil in large skillet over medium heat.
Pour off drippings.
Add stewed tomatoes, tomato paste, water, remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and sugar to meatballs in skillet, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat.
Cover tightly and simmer 20 minutes.